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She’s Helping Expectant Moms Find the Prenatal Care They Need

Novant Health is taking big steps to help close the disparity gap in maternal and infant health for minorities – and Kimberly Cifuentes is helping to pave the way. Working as a health educator in Charlotte since August, she’s striving to get pregnant women the early and adequate prenatal care they need. And deserve.

He Had a 1 to 2% Chance of Survival. But the ICU Team Would Not Give Up.

At 77, Nick Rizos was a local legend in Kernersville. The patriarch of a close-knit Greek family had immigrated to the U.S in his 20s seeking greater opportunities. He opened his first Olympic Family Restaurant in Kernersville in 1979. Rizos cooked, managed the business and loved talking with customers, especially about sports. He was an inspiration to his daughter Zoe, who worked in his diners growing up and now owns two restaurants of her own. 

Leaving a Lasting Legacy

Alan T. Dickson left a lasting impact on the state of North Carolina through his love and support of healthcare, the arts, and education.